Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged as the presumptive nominee for the Democrats, but the question remains: will it be enough to defeat Donald Trump in November?
Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for President marks a new chapter for Americans. Her nomination is a significant milestone in our nation's history, representing progress in gender and racial equality. As the first woman of color to be nominated by a major party, Harris embodies the diverse and inclusive future we strive for. Her experience and vision promise to address the pressing issues facing our country, from healthcare to social justice. This nomination is not just about breaking barriers; it’s about moving forward with a leader who understands and represents the richness of America's diverse fabric.
I am so much more optimistic now. Let’s do this everyone!!!!
This election us about winning. PERIOD. And a lot of flowery rhetoric that souns like something ripped from a White House press release ain't the kund of stuff that's going to get it done.
On that note, if the Democrats don't start playing cutthroat take-no-prisoners harder than hardball, then might as well bring Joe back and buy your MAGA cap now before they're all sold out.
Dirty tricks??? Let me put it this way. MAGA will literally do ANYTHING. Yours and my imagination on this ain't got a snowball's chance to anticipate what they have cooking. MAGA will NEVER let this election go. If they lose, the riots of the 1960's will seem like child's play. They will. Bank on it!
And when the dust settles they will find out the fact more Democrats and Independents own guns than Republicans. It will be a humbling experience, for sure.
And if they win...Kamala needs to stay in power to save Democracy from the criminal Maga. She has the power in the recent law. Trump is not qualified and cannot take the Oath since he has stated he does not support the Constitution. No brainer. The question is what is the best time to tell that she will not leave in Nov. That is the commitment to Democracy WE need. We. Need real Republicans to return and stand with her.
If there is another insurrection, President Biden can declare martial law and send in the U.S. military including the A-10 Warthogs that fly over my home every day from Tucson’s DavisMonthan AFB! My cousin who was a real Marine Captain (not like publicist JD Hillbilly Vance) at Khafgi Saudi Arabia in Gulf War 1 took on 90 T-72 Iraqi tanks with just jeeps with TOW missiles. My cousin told me he would fight and then retreat 1000 meters because he was vastly outgunned.
Then, the A-10 Warthogs with their depleted uranium Gatling gun in the nose of the aircraft showed up! Thirty minutes later, the 90 Iraqi tanks were destroyed! There will be no further insurrection like 1-6-21! My guess is the Pillsbury Doughboys for Trump will decide to not go up against the A-10 Warthogs! Round them up and they can spend the rest of their nutty lives breaking big rocks into small rocks!!!
I recall seeing an ungodly amount of Warthogs parked in Tuscan. I was there trying to poach skilled workers who could work on upholstery in aircraft. Many, many years ago but the site has left a very strong impression.
We are the main training base for the A-10 Warthogs and when they take off to fly to Sierra Vista’s Libby Airfield to practice touch and go landings they fly directly over my home! I do not mind the noise because that noise is US military power which is freedom!!!
I am able to watch all sorts of aircraft in the Wichita area. Tankers, fighters and bombers all practice at McConnell AFB. More tankers than any other but a sight of strength to be sure.
Great commentary Steve!! I have Faith Kamala can take the fight directly to the Melon Felon. I have no doubts about her skills. The cop vs. the con. She's off to a roaring start!!!
As far as her laugh goes, they never make fun of men's laughs...Just women's. More sexist BS. I love what you said about turning it back around into laughing AT Trump. God knows there's plenty to laugh at with Trump. With the entire world on the line we'll take everything we can get!!!
How about making fun of his wig thing? It is Spider Monkey hair. He paid $900,000 for it and was fined $1,000,000. The Spider Monkey is a protected species. All so very true and even more PATHETIC.
It looks like a flying saucer hovering over his head. I did not know about the Spider Monkey angle. To use one of his favorite words. HE IS A DISGRACE!!!!!
I have never once heard trump laugh. He is loathsome and filled with anger and grievance against most Americans. He is a very disturbed and personality disordered man.
Watch American women change and make history now. I've been telling my wife this for years and now it's coming true. Great days and astounding social gains are ahead!
Your lights are good. It is women who will show the courage and determination to confront the beast. The rest will, clearing their throats, also attend.
The best spokesman for the MAGA Republicans is North Carolina’s Mark Robinson. Let’s take a look at the MAGA Republican platform on women, as enunciated by Chief Spokesman Mark Robinson:
Women must take a backseat to men.
This country was a better place when women could not vote.
If you slap your boyfriend, expect an “ass-whooping.”
We have an abortion problem because women don’t keep their skirts down.
Women who have a different political view than MAGA are “skanks.”
By saying Robinson is a better man than MLK, Trump shows his true colors, as a violent, misogynistic hothead. This says much about the nature of his domestic policies, catering to the patriarchal autocracy outlined in Project 2025 even if that means bloodshed. Just as he shows his true colors when he fawns over and praises a man like Putin, his desire to ally with Russia against NATO.
And let's not forget, like the idiot in Steve's video today, he said a lot of people need killing. What a violent, ugly, monstrous movement this is and all with the blessing of so many evangelical leaders and their flocks. I mean SHEEP.
Robinson is as atrocious as it gets. All he has done in the four years he has been elected Lieutenant Governor is to spew hatred. Ignorant voters make for ignorant public officials.
Kamala Harris will have a tough fight ahead. She will have to endure racism and misogyny and she knows that. For the first time in a while I see enthusiasm returning to the anti-Trump movement, among the Democrats, Independents and Never Trump Republicans. We need to beat the Fascist.
No matter what she does there will be another chorus whining “don’t make it about Trump.” 🤷🏻♀️It is most certainly about getting rid of that cockroach and his pals.
She certainly is getting crowds and accolades. I’m hoping that will translate into winning votes in November. I also realized that Kamala Harris has something going for her that few other candidates of either gender have and that is that she’s NOT STRIDENT. I’m watching her Tuesday afternoon speech In Wisconsin and she’s relaxed and speaking as if she’s talking to old friends. There is something to the old saw asking if you’d like to have a beer with a politician.
Some women and men come across as nervous, strident, unpleasant politicians. Harris doesn’t. Either she’s had a lot of practice campaigning and speaking once elected or this is just her nature. And either way, it bodes well for her (and our) political future.
I heard interviews with Gen Zrs while in the car, many voting for the first time. It is finally uplifting to hear their commitment, passion and enthusiasm. They were articulate about what is important. Haven't heard this in a very long time by young people. Now, I believe they will vote.
Working in front of juries creates long hours of study & practice. Each successive trial brings an experience that transforms well when addressing friendly crowds.
Excellent Steve! frumpie says so many ridiculous things! She needs to point these out and LAUGH! Tell people she can't help but laugh at his stupidity. But the laughs subside when she looks at his criminal record. His treatment of women, is B.S university, and the rest of his felony convictions .The way he cheated on all of his wives! But start it with laughter!
"People make fun of my laugh," she says. "I can't help but laugh when I hear what he says about ____"
She can fill in the blank! Thanks for your wisdom!!!
Once again, spot on. A week ago I was filled with dread. Today, I'm joyful and hopeful for my American neighbours. The fight against tyranny isn't over but your message reflects the America I know: strong, clear-eyed, brave, and free.
A fifth verse of the Star-spangled Banner written in 1861 by poet Wendell Holmes (Wikipedia) at the beginning of the American Civil War reflects today's moment in time; one in which each person's voice and vote saves America of the tyranny from within:
.............
When our land is illum'd with Liberty's smile,
If a foe from within strikes a blow at her glory,
Down, down with the traitor who dares to defile
The flag of her stars and the page of her story!
By the millions unchained when our birthright was gained,
We will keep her bright blazon forever unstained!
And the Star-Spangled Banner in triumph shall wave
While the land of the free is the home of the brave!
I saw a video of Pete Buttigieg interviewed by Bill Maher. Bill asked why he thought Peter Thiel was supporting the homophobic MAGA movement and Vance in particular. Buttigieg said the answer is obvious. MAGA and today's GOP work in the interests of the ultra wealthy. How straightforward and true.
I don't know if everyone is aware that Peter Thiel is gay. He puts his personal fortune and power over justice for LGBTQ people in spite of his sexual orientation.
Kamala, you are right, has taken command. She has kept the real Kamala under wraps. Until yesterday. She must continue to “ release the kraken” about Trump, over and over. She must also show the vision she offers instead. And yes, she must keep laughing…at Trump. That should result in him coming for her even more. That will, give her even more ammunition to fight him, his Nazi VP and his Nazi acolytes. We must win up and down the ticket.. and…she must have the best possible VP. I still back Mark Kelly.
You wrote about a "victory worth having". I have read elsewhere that people and leaders should state we need convincing electoral victories. Could you dedicate an essay explaining why we need a convincing victory?
reasons I have:
1. It will slow down MAGA
2. It will cast doubt on Project 2025
3. It will give confidence and reinforcement up and down the ballot to confront MAGA
4. It will help reverse red trends, like in my state of Iowa and my end up in making blue progress in the state house
Observing from afar, Kamala Harris must basically introduce herself to as much of the American populous as she can as soon as she can. She must define herself and state her vision to America as quickly as possible before Trump and his minions do it for her. She should not wait for the Convention. She should put short ads on TV showing her background as an implicit contrast to Donald Trump's background of privilege. As you said Steve, she must turn her weaknesses into strengths.
Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for President marks a new chapter for Americans. Her nomination is a significant milestone in our nation's history, representing progress in gender and racial equality. As the first woman of color to be nominated by a major party, Harris embodies the diverse and inclusive future we strive for. Her experience and vision promise to address the pressing issues facing our country, from healthcare to social justice. This nomination is not just about breaking barriers; it’s about moving forward with a leader who understands and represents the richness of America's diverse fabric.
I am so much more optimistic now. Let’s do this everyone!!!!
Well said Cali!! I'm so excited too!!! Fired UP and ready to go!!! 💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙🇺🇸💙
This election us about winning. PERIOD. And a lot of flowery rhetoric that souns like something ripped from a White House press release ain't the kund of stuff that's going to get it done.
On that note, if the Democrats don't start playing cutthroat take-no-prisoners harder than hardball, then might as well bring Joe back and buy your MAGA cap now before they're all sold out.
Sooooo, we can depend upon your vote? How about your family, friends, associates, etc.?
Right On! Let's do this everyone!! Kamala WILL kick that ****** door down, and we will help!
She’s going to beat him.
Watch for the very serious games Trumps going to try to get to Congress and Supreme Court!
That’s going to be his play !
Democrats have to win senate and house !
Watch for all the dirty tricks they will try !
They are going to try ..
They will be loud , they will be in your face !
Don’t let them intimidate you !
Secure the ballots before and after .
Dirty tricks??? Let me put it this way. MAGA will literally do ANYTHING. Yours and my imagination on this ain't got a snowball's chance to anticipate what they have cooking. MAGA will NEVER let this election go. If they lose, the riots of the 1960's will seem like child's play. They will. Bank on it!
And when the dust settles they will find out the fact more Democrats and Independents own guns than Republicans. It will be a humbling experience, for sure.
And if they win...Kamala needs to stay in power to save Democracy from the criminal Maga. She has the power in the recent law. Trump is not qualified and cannot take the Oath since he has stated he does not support the Constitution. No brainer. The question is what is the best time to tell that she will not leave in Nov. That is the commitment to Democracy WE need. We. Need real Republicans to return and stand with her.
If there is another insurrection, President Biden can declare martial law and send in the U.S. military including the A-10 Warthogs that fly over my home every day from Tucson’s DavisMonthan AFB! My cousin who was a real Marine Captain (not like publicist JD Hillbilly Vance) at Khafgi Saudi Arabia in Gulf War 1 took on 90 T-72 Iraqi tanks with just jeeps with TOW missiles. My cousin told me he would fight and then retreat 1000 meters because he was vastly outgunned.
Then, the A-10 Warthogs with their depleted uranium Gatling gun in the nose of the aircraft showed up! Thirty minutes later, the 90 Iraqi tanks were destroyed! There will be no further insurrection like 1-6-21! My guess is the Pillsbury Doughboys for Trump will decide to not go up against the A-10 Warthogs! Round them up and they can spend the rest of their nutty lives breaking big rocks into small rocks!!!
I recall seeing an ungodly amount of Warthogs parked in Tuscan. I was there trying to poach skilled workers who could work on upholstery in aircraft. Many, many years ago but the site has left a very strong impression.
We are the main training base for the A-10 Warthogs and when they take off to fly to Sierra Vista’s Libby Airfield to practice touch and go landings they fly directly over my home! I do not mind the noise because that noise is US military power which is freedom!!!
I used to live near McGuire Air Force Base in New Jersey. Tankers and freighters there, but I loved the roar.
I am able to watch all sorts of aircraft in the Wichita area. Tankers, fighters and bombers all practice at McConnell AFB. More tankers than any other but a sight of strength to be sure.
Trump will do everything to get the House of Reps to vote him in just like Cancun Cruz tried in 2020-21(January 6th).
No debates. Donald is Bad Faith Personified.
Great commentary Steve!! I have Faith Kamala can take the fight directly to the Melon Felon. I have no doubts about her skills. The cop vs. the con. She's off to a roaring start!!!
As far as her laugh goes, they never make fun of men's laughs...Just women's. More sexist BS. I love what you said about turning it back around into laughing AT Trump. God knows there's plenty to laugh at with Trump. With the entire world on the line we'll take everything we can get!!!
Go Kamala!!! Fired UP and ready to go!!!
❤️🇺🇸💙
How about making fun of his wig thing? It is Spider Monkey hair. He paid $900,000 for it and was fined $1,000,000. The Spider Monkey is a protected species. All so very true and even more PATHETIC.
😅😅😅 Spider Monkey 🐒. I love it!!! Cannot believe he paid $900K for that hair. Talk about a grift. Serves him right. 🤣
It looks like a flying saucer hovering over his head. I did not know about the Spider Monkey angle. To use one of his favorite words. HE IS A DISGRACE!!!!!
BIGGLY.
Indeed!
I'm laughing this morning seeing that flying saucer flying above his head. Sad part is it looks like it crash landed too. 😆🤣😆 Too funny.
Crash landing? No doubt about it; it looks in total disarray.
I have never once heard trump laugh. He is loathsome and filled with anger and grievance against most Americans. He is a very disturbed and personality disordered man.
Yes he most certainly is Sharon.
Watch American women change and make history now. I've been telling my wife this for years and now it's coming true. Great days and astounding social gains are ahead!
Your lights are good. It is women who will show the courage and determination to confront the beast. The rest will, clearing their throats, also attend.
As I’ve said for months.
Dems win big.
“No one has ever seen anything like this before”
40 in house
4-6 in senate
And 400 electoral votes
Biggest wave since 1984!
Watch and see, dems need to get out the vote and they win biggly
The best spokesman for the MAGA Republicans is North Carolina’s Mark Robinson. Let’s take a look at the MAGA Republican platform on women, as enunciated by Chief Spokesman Mark Robinson:
Women must take a backseat to men.
This country was a better place when women could not vote.
If you slap your boyfriend, expect an “ass-whooping.”
We have an abortion problem because women don’t keep their skirts down.
Women who have a different political view than MAGA are “skanks.”
I would like to add that Trump told Robinson “you’re better than Martin Luther King.”
It is crystal clear who this election will be about, and it is these men.
There just are no words for Mark Robinson. Maga trash and pos is all he is. So sickening!!! 💔😩
By saying Robinson is a better man than MLK, Trump shows his true colors, as a violent, misogynistic hothead. This says much about the nature of his domestic policies, catering to the patriarchal autocracy outlined in Project 2025 even if that means bloodshed. Just as he shows his true colors when he fawns over and praises a man like Putin, his desire to ally with Russia against NATO.
And let's not forget, like the idiot in Steve's video today, he said a lot of people need killing. What a violent, ugly, monstrous movement this is and all with the blessing of so many evangelical leaders and their flocks. I mean SHEEP.
Why people elect idiots like these two still flabbergasts me.
Sheeple.
He is a real, “clASS” act.
TFG is the biggest POS-OTUS of who ever lived. Time to flush him down hid gold toilet!
Amen, Lisa. Amen. It may take twenty or more flushes for the fat orange turd.
Yes, he needs to drown in the sludgy sewers of NYC, below Trump Tower.
The scenes of sewer sludge from the first Ghostbusters movie come to mind. Only in real life I am sure it is worse. So, jump in Donnie Trdump.
If Roy Cooper were chosen as VP, would Robinson become the governor?!
That is a good question. I am unsure how that would work. Cooper hardly leaves this state to avoid Robinson from being at the helm temporarily.
I have noticed Robinson is a Pillsbury doughboy just like Fat Traitor Trump and Fake Hillbilly JD! Parasites living off their grifting!!!
Robinson is as atrocious as it gets. All he has done in the four years he has been elected Lieutenant Governor is to spew hatred. Ignorant voters make for ignorant public officials.
Kamala Harris will have a tough fight ahead. She will have to endure racism and misogyny and she knows that. For the first time in a while I see enthusiasm returning to the anti-Trump movement, among the Democrats, Independents and Never Trump Republicans. We need to beat the Fascist.
No matter what she does there will be another chorus whining “don’t make it about Trump.” 🤷🏻♀️It is most certainly about getting rid of that cockroach and his pals.
She certainly is getting crowds and accolades. I’m hoping that will translate into winning votes in November. I also realized that Kamala Harris has something going for her that few other candidates of either gender have and that is that she’s NOT STRIDENT. I’m watching her Tuesday afternoon speech In Wisconsin and she’s relaxed and speaking as if she’s talking to old friends. There is something to the old saw asking if you’d like to have a beer with a politician.
Some women and men come across as nervous, strident, unpleasant politicians. Harris doesn’t. Either she’s had a lot of practice campaigning and speaking once elected or this is just her nature. And either way, it bodes well for her (and our) political future.
I heard interviews with Gen Zrs while in the car, many voting for the first time. It is finally uplifting to hear their commitment, passion and enthusiasm. They were articulate about what is important. Haven't heard this in a very long time by young people. Now, I believe they will vote.
Yes for the first time other than amongst themselves, I believe they want to speak and be heard. This is a BIG DEAL.
It is huge…and finally they seem to be articulating exactly why…choice, climate, women’s rights, etc.
She seems very cool and confident. And pleasant. Like she knows this is right where she belongs . She is at home.
Working in front of juries creates long hours of study & practice. Each successive trial brings an experience that transforms well when addressing friendly crowds.
Excellent Steve! frumpie says so many ridiculous things! She needs to point these out and LAUGH! Tell people she can't help but laugh at his stupidity. But the laughs subside when she looks at his criminal record. His treatment of women, is B.S university, and the rest of his felony convictions .The way he cheated on all of his wives! But start it with laughter!
"People make fun of my laugh," she says. "I can't help but laugh when I hear what he says about ____"
She can fill in the blank! Thanks for your wisdom!!!
Here’s hoping she runs with this!
Once again, spot on. A week ago I was filled with dread. Today, I'm joyful and hopeful for my American neighbours. The fight against tyranny isn't over but your message reflects the America I know: strong, clear-eyed, brave, and free.
A fifth verse of the Star-spangled Banner written in 1861 by poet Wendell Holmes (Wikipedia) at the beginning of the American Civil War reflects today's moment in time; one in which each person's voice and vote saves America of the tyranny from within:
.............
When our land is illum'd with Liberty's smile,
If a foe from within strikes a blow at her glory,
Down, down with the traitor who dares to defile
The flag of her stars and the page of her story!
By the millions unchained when our birthright was gained,
We will keep her bright blazon forever unstained!
And the Star-Spangled Banner in triumph shall wave
While the land of the free is the home of the brave!
..............
Yes. She can. I feel better now about the political climate in our Country than I have for quite a while. Thank you Joe Biden.
I saw a video of Pete Buttigieg interviewed by Bill Maher. Bill asked why he thought Peter Thiel was supporting the homophobic MAGA movement and Vance in particular. Buttigieg said the answer is obvious. MAGA and today's GOP work in the interests of the ultra wealthy. How straightforward and true.
I don't know if everyone is aware that Peter Thiel is gay. He puts his personal fortune and power over justice for LGBTQ people in spite of his sexual orientation.
Kamala, you are right, has taken command. She has kept the real Kamala under wraps. Until yesterday. She must continue to “ release the kraken” about Trump, over and over. She must also show the vision she offers instead. And yes, she must keep laughing…at Trump. That should result in him coming for her even more. That will, give her even more ammunition to fight him, his Nazi VP and his Nazi acolytes. We must win up and down the ticket.. and…she must have the best possible VP. I still back Mark Kelly.
You wrote about a "victory worth having". I have read elsewhere that people and leaders should state we need convincing electoral victories. Could you dedicate an essay explaining why we need a convincing victory?
reasons I have:
1. It will slow down MAGA
2. It will cast doubt on Project 2025
3. It will give confidence and reinforcement up and down the ballot to confront MAGA
4. It will help reverse red trends, like in my state of Iowa and my end up in making blue progress in the state house
5. It may have deter another Jan. 6
Observing from afar, Kamala Harris must basically introduce herself to as much of the American populous as she can as soon as she can. She must define herself and state her vision to America as quickly as possible before Trump and his minions do it for her. She should not wait for the Convention. She should put short ads on TV showing her background as an implicit contrast to Donald Trump's background of privilege. As you said Steve, she must turn her weaknesses into strengths.